A federal judge has found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt for defying court orders related to deportation flights to El Salvador. Judge James E. Boasberg criticized officials for hastily deporting individuals without allowing them to challenge their removal, emphasizing that the Constitution does not permit defiance of judicial authority. The administration plans to appeal, while Boasberg may refer the case for prosecution if violations are not addressed, showcasing a significant judiciary-executive clash over immigration enforcement.
The Constitution does not tolerate wilful disobedience of judicial orders - especially by officials of a coordinate branch who have sworn an oath to uphold it.
Judge Boasberg accused administration officials of hastily deporting individuals under the Alien Enemies Act before they had the opportunity to challenge their removal in court.
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